Drama is erupting in the world of The Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) as Vicki Gunvalson, the “OG of OC,” finds herself at the center of controversy with her powerful defense of her daughter Briana Gunvalson. The incident occurred when Briana was heavily criticized for breastfeeding her two-year-old son in a restaurant. The criticism from the public pushed Briana into the center of the storm, but Vicki immediately spoke out to defend herself, asserting that this was completely normal and that those who were condemning her daughter were just “overreacting” to cause controversy.
In a recently revealed interview, Vicki did not hide her anger at the criticism aimed at Briana. “I don’t understand why people have a problem with a mother taking care of her child. Briana is just doing what any mother would do – making sure her child is fed. The criticism is ridiculous and just trying to cause division,” Vicki said.
Vicki Gunvalson: “They’re making it out of proportion to get attention!”
Vicki went on to criticize those who have condemned Briana, saying that they are not only ignorant but also deliberately exaggerating the situation to heighten the drama. “It’s funny how people always try to turn the most normal thing into a scandal. Briana did nothing wrong. She’s a great mother and puts her children first. If someone is uncomfortable with her breastfeeding, that’s on them, not my daughter,” Vicki firmly stated.
The incident has caused a stir on social media, with a range of mixed opinions. Some people spoke up in support of Briana and Vicki, saying that breastfeeding is completely natural and should not be criticized. “It’s amazing that we’re still having this debate in 2025. Breastfeeding is a natural act, and Briana has nothing to be ashamed of,” one social media user wrote.
However, many others felt that Briana should have chosen a more private space instead of breastfeeding at the restaurant table. “No one is against breastfeeding, but there are places where it’s not appropriate. A restaurant full of people is not the ideal place,” one widely shared objection on Twitter said.
Amid the public uproar, Briana spoke up to explain her actions. In an Instagram post, she shared that she had no intention of causing controversy and only wanted to do what was best for her son. “I am a mother and I will always put my child’s needs first. When my child is hungry, I feed him, no matter where I am. I don’t think I did anything wrong, and I will not let this criticism affect how I parent my child,” Briana wrote.
She also expressed gratitude to her mother, Vicki Gunvalson, for standing by her during difficult times. “My mother is my strongest defender, and I know I am lucky to have her. This criticism only makes me stronger and more determined to be a good mother,” Briana shared.
The incident has clearly divided the RHOC fan community into two camps. One side praises Vicki and Briana for their strength and willingness to stand up for mothers. “Vicki has always been an amazing mother, and I love how she defends Briana. This is an admirable mother-daughter story,” one fan commented.
On the other hand, some people think Vicki is deliberately making a big deal out of it to attract attention and turn this issue into unnecessary drama. “Vicki always knows how to make herself the center of attention. This is just another way for her to keep herself on the RHOC map,” one fan commented.
Bravo has not commented on the matter yet, but insiders say the drama could become a major part of the next season of RHOC. “This is the perfect storyline for a reality show – controversy, family love, and conflicting opinions from the public. Viewers will definitely be looking forward to seeing how Vicki and Briana handle the criticism on the show,” a source said.
While the drama will continue, one thing is for sure: Vicki Gunvalson will not be holding back in the face of criticism. “I’m a mother, and I will always protect my children, no matter what anyone says. My family always comes first,” Vicki asserted.
Will this drama continue to escalate or will it soon fade into the background of new RHOC stories? One thing is for sure: Vicki Gunvalson and Briana Gunvalson have once again set the tone, and this story will be talked about for a long time.
